Auto Insurance
Insurance Companies Reward Low-Mileages
(NewsUSA) – With gas prices on the rise, more Americans are
using public transportation, carpooling or consolidating their errands to reduce their time on the
road. And insurance companies are starting to take notice.
Driving doesn't just use gas, it also wears down vehicle components. Heavily used
vehicles need parts replaced more often. Extensive driving can reduce the number [...]
Time to Review Your Auto Insurance Policy
(NewsUSA) – As you work your way through tax season, it might
also be a good idea to re-evaluate your auto insurance policy.
"The beginning of the year is a great time to get your financial house in order," says
Wade Bontrager, vice president of Marketing for GMAC Insurance. "While you're already looking at
your finances, it's easy to [...]
Car Rental Options Broaden for Young Drivers
(NewsUSA) – Based on the commonly held belief that people in
their early 20s are more prone to risky behavior while driving, many car rental companies have
restricted renting cars to people under the age of 25 for years.
But with increased competition in the car rental market forcing companies to
re-evaluate many long-held assumptions, some car rental companies [...]
Tips on What to Do After an Auto Accident
(NewsUSA) – Car accidents can happen in the blink of an eye.
According to Car-Accidents.net, they occur approximately 6.4 million times each year.
Although being involved in a car accident can be overwhelming, knowing what to do in the
moments following a fender-bender can help alleviate some of the stress and confusion of the
situation.
The service [...]
Be Car Smart To Prevent Theft
(NewsUSA) – Vehicle theft is the crime that makes you keep
paying and paying. In addition to the actual loss, victims may face the costs of higher insurance
premiums, replacing valuables, time spent dealing with police, car rental fees, missed work time
and even possible identity theft.
LoJack Corporation, the company that invented the stolen vehicle recovery market [...]
'Where to' Can Determine 'How Much'
(NewsUSA) – Did you ever think that where you drive your car
could determine your automobile insurance deductible? It did for Andrew and Celeste Parker of
Tulsa, Okla.
The Parkers were headed home from their weekly church service when they hit a pipe in the
road that damaged their tire. And while their usual deductible is $1,000, they [...]
Post-Repair Inspection Made Easier
(NewsUSA) – If you're insured and have received a check after
being in an accident, then you know the hassle of finding a reliable mechanic. If you don't have a
trusted body shop, you can be left wondering if the repairs were done right the first time.
Recently, GMAC Insurance launched SmartInspect, a post-repairs inspection service [...]
